Shana Falana has a new EP titled In the Light produced by Kevin McMahon (Titus Andronicus/Swans/Realestate) and mixed by Gareth Jones (Grizzly Bear/Mogwai/Interpol). It can all be examined here.
Herman Dune will release the new EP, Tell Me Something I Don’t Know, on January 17th via Strange Moosic Records. Listen to “Tell Me Something I Don’t Know” and watch the accompanying video below.
Singer/songwriter Ani DiFranco has titled her new album with a question that more and more folks are asking themselves concerning our leaders. ¿Which Side Are You On? will be released on her own Righteous Babe Records on January 17th. This is DiFranco’s first studio album in more than three years and features 11 new songs in addition to a reworking of the title track.
Oneonta, NY’s Cattle Drums are heading out on tour this week in support of their fine EP, The Boy Kisser Sessions + 3. No need for gab when you can get a proper listen here to the EP along with a couple new demos here.
Historically in times of trouble the music reacts and inversely gets better. However, I don’t believe 2011 was a standout year in any capacity. As for lists I don’t have a proper one though all the following releases caught my ear at one point or another. This isn’t complete and is in no designated order. Here’s to hoping next year will bring a new tide of prosperity as well as an end to the dreadfully awful routines of the ruling class. Without a doubt the middle class has been hit the hardest, and yes, the money surely went somewhere. Merry Christmas.
